Executive Sous Chef, American Family Field

Delaware North; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to lead kitchen operations at a premier sports venue. This role is perfect for a dynamic culinary leader with a passion for high-quality food and team development. You will manage kitchen staff, collaborate on menu design, and ensure adherence to food safety standards while creating memorable dining experiences. Join a company that values your professional journey and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and performance bonuses. If you are committed to culinary excellence and ready to inspire a team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition reimbursement

Friends-and-family discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of culinary management experience in high-volume operations.
• Exceptional skills in cooking, presentation, and recipe adherence.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations and event production.
• Hire, train, and mentor kitchen team members for a cohesive environment.

Skills

Culinary Management

High-Volume Cooking

Food Presentation

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Inventory Control

Education

Culinary Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to join our team at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As an Executive Sous Chef, you will be responsible for managing high-volume kitchen operations and ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and menu development. This role requires a dynamic leader who can manage, inspire, and develop the kitchen team, collaborate with other departments, and maintain an organized, efficient, and sanitary workspace. If you have a commitment to culinary excellence, creativity, and dedication to an elevated guest experience, we encourage you to apply.

Pay

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $56,900 - $76,800 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/benefits/.

What we offer

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

What will you do?

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily supervision and production of all operations and events, ensuring adherence to recipe standards and high-quality food preparation
• Showcase culinary expertise and refined cooking technique, style, and taste
• Hire, train, and mentor team members, creating a cohesive work environment
• Oversee budget management, monitor food and labor costs, manage staffing levels, and ensure efficient inventory control, ordering, and receiving processes
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team in menu design and recipe development
• Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen that complies with state and local health department regulations and company policies

More about you

• Minimum of 3 years of previous culinary management experience in a quality high-volume food and beverage operation
• Exceptional skills in high-volume cooking, food presentation, and precise recipe adherence with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team
• Knowledge of best practices for monitoring food and labor cost, menu development, costing, ordering, inventory, and food safety and sanitation
• Proficient computer skills, including Word and Excel
• Ability to obtain ServSafe, Food Safety Handler, and Training for Intervention Procedures certifications
• Capacity to work a flexible schedule to accommodate business levels

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
8 hour shift
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Event based

Who we are

Delaware North operates concessions and premium dining services at the 41,900-seat American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers since 1970. We manage concession outlets, suites, all-inclusive areas and clubs at the stadium. We also operate J. Leinenkugel's Barrel Yard Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant. The culinary team partners with many local vendors to infuse Milwaukee staples into the food and beverage offerings.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.